MIAMI (United States) - The race for a spot in next year’s continental tournament will become clearer at the second window of the FIBA AmeriCup 2025 Qualifiers. Some teams will edge closer to qualification, while others face tougher challenges to reach their goal. To leave no room for error, national teams have been working hard to bring together their best players. As a result, several key figures who were unavailable in February’s games are now making their return. Let’s take a closer look at some of these players:
Tonny Trocha - COL
Position: Power Foward Age: 30 years old Height: 206 cm / 6'9" Trocha’s return strengthens Colombia on both ends of the court. He provides valuable rebounding and scoring versatility, excelling both near the rim and from distance. The FIBA AmeriCup 2022 was his last appearance with the national team (7.0 PPG). This year, he’s shown consistency in Bulgaria’s league with Chernomorets (9.0 PPG, 5.0 RPG) and Colombia’s Titanes de Barranquilla (8.9 PPG, 6.1 RPG).
Nicolás Carvacho - CHI
Position: Power Foward Age: 27 years old Height: 208 cm / 6'10" After battling injuries, Carvacho is back to full strength. Playing for Benfica in Portugal, he averages 12.6 points and 9.0 rebounds in their national league, while contributing 5.8 points and 6.3 boards in the Basketball Champions League. Alongside Manuel Suárez and Felipe Hasse, Carvacho bolsters Chile’s frontcourt. His last performance for "La Roja" was during the 2023 Olympic Pre-Qualifiers, where he averaged an impressive 18.6 points and 6.5 rebounds.
Iván Gandía - PUR
Position: Shooting Guard Age: 27 years old Height: 182 cm / 6'0" Gandía will wear the Puerto Rico jersey for the first time since 2021, when he competed in the Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Belgrade ahead of the Tokyo Games. Known for his reliable three-point shooting, Gandía’s skillset is always a welcome addition to the team. In 2023, he impressed in the EuroCup with Jonava CBet, averaging 9.4 points per game. This year, he joined the G-League’s Capitanes de México, where in his debut game, he scored 3 points in 13 minutes, with a successful shot from beyond the arc.
Francisco Cáffaro - ARG
Position: Center Age: 24 years old Height: 207 cm / 6'9" Cáffaro remains one of Argentina’s most promising young centers. While he has performed well at the senior level, he’s still seeking consistency. Playing for Spain’s Girona, he’s logging 14 minutes per game and averaging 3.0 points and 2.1 rebounds. This window provides a key opportunity for Cáffaro to establish himself. He last represented Argentina in the 2023 Olympic Pre-Qualifiers, contributing 9.5 points and 4.8 rebounds per game.
Luciano Parodi - URU
Position: Point Guard Age: 30 years old Height: 178 cm / 5'10" Parodi’s experience makes him an invaluable leader for Uruguay. In the absence of Jayson Granger, Bruno Fitipaldo, and Agustín Ubal, Parodi’s role becomes even more critical. Currently thriving with Peñarol in Uruguay’s league, he’s averaging 14.8 points (40% 3PT) and 6.0 assists. Parodi last wore Uruguay’s jersey during the 2022 AmeriCup, where he contributed 12.0 points and 3.7 assists per game.
Jhornan Zamora - VEN
Position: Shooting Guard Age: 35 years old Height: 196 cm / 6'5" A seasoned veteran, Zamora brings leadership and perimeter scoring to Venezuela during its transitional phase. His three-point shooting is vital for a team that relies heavily on outside offense. Recently, he played in Mexico with El Calor de Cancún, averaging 3.3 points in 15.1 minutes. Zamora’s last national team appearance was during the 2023 FIBA World Cup, where he averaged 8.2 points.
David Stockton - USA
Position: Point Guard Age: 33 years old Height: 180 cm / 5'11" Stockton has had a strong start to the G-League season with Phoenix’s affiliate, averaging 14.5 points and 6.5 assists, and that earned him a call-up for this window. Known for his experience and steadiness, Stockton provides much-needed leadership for Team USA, which faces challenges with team cohesion. His last appearance for the U.S. was in the 2021 World Cup Qualifiers. – NOTE: The players mentioned in this article have been listed as available by their respective nationals federations. However, official 12-player rosters will be confirmed following the technical meetings, which are set to take place before each game. FIBA